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| BASS CULTURE: THE JOHN ENTWISTLE BASS COLLECTION
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No reviews | Throughout the career of The Who, John Entwistle was celebrated time and again for his awesome bass presence, and along with Keith Moon formed the foundations of the band's massive sound. When he died in 2002, Entwistle left a remarkable collection of basses and guitars, all of which are presented in this lavish hardback volume. With literally hundreds of instruments, all beautifully photographed, this book is a tour through the history of those classic and now rare guitars that were pivotal in the development of rock music as we now know it. Littered with comments and one-liners from Entwistle himself, this is a must for every serious vintage guitar lover or rock fan. This title is a high quality production: Printed in hard cover and on glossy paper. 253 pages.
 
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| BASS PLAYER: THE FRETLESS BASS
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No reviews | Who would have thought the electric bass guitar with its frets removed would transcend the rhythm section to become one of the most instantly recognizable sounds in all of music? From the jazz genius of Jaco Pastorius and the funk/punk abandon of Les Claypool, to the landmark rock of Jack Bruce and Sting, the instrument has a lyrical legacy all its own. This book collects the very best interviews, lessons, and gear and maintenance guides into one smooth-reading compilation. With insight from over 25 masters, including Tony Levin, Marcus Miller, Gary Willis, Jimmy Haslip, and Percy Jones, The Fretless Bass will give you a keen appreciation for the important innovators, as well as plenty of tools to find your own voice on the instrument. 118 Pages.
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| BRAVE NEW BASS
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 | Interviews & Lessons with the Innovators, Trendsetters & Visionaries
Brave New Bass offers an in-depth look at 30 visionary players in styles ranging from pop and rock to world music and experimental jazz.
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| CUBAN TIMBA - A CONTEMPORARY BASS TECHNIQUE
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No reviews | CUBAN TIMBA: A CONTEMPORARY BASS TECHNIQUE is a new and innovative book on Cuban Timba Bass Stylings. All Bass lines are written and recorded in Havana, Cuba by the master of Timba bass, Feliciano Arango. The book consists of note-by-note transcriptions and explanations of key concepts of the accompanying CD’s. This book will allow bassists to develop the Timba style using a practical and comprehensive approach “direct from the source”. 82 PAGES. Written in Spanish and English, with the music in standard notation (no TAB). Includes audio CD.
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| EFFORTLESS MASTERY-BOOK/CD
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| Effortless Mastery: Liberating the Master Musician Within is a book for any musician who finds themselves having reached a plateau in their development. Werner, a masterful jazz pianist in his own right, uses his own life story and experiences to explore the barriers to creativity and mastery of music, and in the process reveals that 'Mastery is available to everyone,' providing practical, detailed ways to move towards greater confidence and proficiency in any endeavor. While Werner is a musician, the concepts presented are for every profession or life-style where there is a need for free-flowing, effortless thinking. Includes audio CD of meditations narrated by Kenny to help the musician reach a place of relaxed focus.
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| FUNK GUITAR & BASS
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 | Details the history of funk, then teaches guitarists and bassists lessons and exercises in the styles of the pros. All of the greats get their due, including James Brown, Sly Stone, Parliament/Funkadelic, Kool & the Gang, the Isley Brothers, Average White Band, Prince, the Red Hot Chili Peppers and others. The accompanying CD contains all of the musical examples, and a funk glossary lays out the lingo. Hardcover, with spiral binding. Written in standard notation and TAB. 149 pages.
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| HOW THE FENDER BASS CHANGED THE WORLD
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No reviews | This book by the founding editor and former publisher of Bass Player magazine not only celebrates the 50-year history of Fender's revolutionary Precision Bass, it also - for the first time - illuminates the full scope of its profound impact on music and society. Focusing on the bass' artistic influence, it details the technical milestones that gave the bass its musical power. This book also describes the impact of the bass in the hands of such visionaries as James Jamerson; cheers the innovations of rockers like Jack Bruce, Paul McCartney, John Entwistle and Sting; and honors the inspired work of such virtuosos as Jaco Pastorius. Loaded with black & white and 100 stunning color photos. 208 pages.
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| THE BASS BOOK
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No reviews | The Bass Book offers a complete illustrated history of bass guitars from Fender's first in the 1950s through the models of the next 40 years that formed the foundation for modern music. The bass guitar is undoubtedly one of the most significant instruments of this century, yet this book is the first to study its history. Features original interviews with bass makers past and present, dozens of unusual, specially commissioned color photos, and a reference section that provides a wealth of information on every major manufacturer. 108 pages.
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| THE BASSIST'S GUIDE TO INJURY MANAGEMENT, PREVENTION AND BETTER HEALTH
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No reviews | Written by a bass player (Randall Kertz, D.C.) for bass players, The Bassist’s Guide to Injury Management, Prevention and Better Health is designed to point out common and not so common problems that the musician may encounter during practice or performing situations. The Bassist’s Guide to Injury Management, Prevention and Better Health is a useful reference guide for the amateur and professional musician as well as the teacher, student or health care worker. 88 pages.
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| THE WORKING BASSIST
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| The Working Bassist, What You Really Need to Know to Survive in New York City, is designed to inform bassists (and all musicians) interested in coming to New York City to pursue their musical endeavors. In addition to being informative, the series of interviews has been geared towards inspiring those who are already working musicians. 162 pages.
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| THE WORKING BASSIST'S TOOL KIT
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| This book teaches electric or acoustic bassists of any style the musical skills essential in the working world, survival tips for tackling any gig, and techniques for achieving a competitive edge. Written in standard notation only - no TAB. Includes play-along audio CD. 96 pages.
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